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Terry Carter, Battlestar Galactica and McCloud actor, dies aged 95
US actor Terry Carter, who starred in 1970s TV shows including Battlestar Galactica and McCloud, has died at the age of 95.
Bioluminescence first evolved in animals at least 540 million years ago – study
Bioluminescence first evolved in animals at least 540 million years ago, new research suggests.
What the papers say – April 24
The biggest boost for defence in a generation features among a variety of stories on the front pages of Britain’s newspapers on Wednesday.
New targeted treatment approved for children with brain cancer
A new targeted treatment which could transform the lives of children with brain tumours has been approved for use on the NHS.
Early cancer diagnosis aim ‘seriously off target’, report warns
The ambition to diagnose cancer in its earliest stages in England is “seriously off target”, according to a new report.
Which? urges banks to address online security ‘loopholes’
Some banks need to urgently address potential loopholes in their online security arrangements which could leave people vulnerable to scammers, according to Which?.
Pupils face worse GCSE results into next decade due to ‘damaging’ Covid legacy
The “damaging” legacy from school closures during the pandemic will mean poorer GCSE results for pupils in England well into the 2030s, researchers have warned.
Asthma care at standstill, charity warns as grieving family calls for awareness
Asthma care is at a “standstill”, a leading charity warned as a grieving mother has called for more awareness around the condition following the death of her son.
A balanced diet may be linked to better brain health, study suggests
A healthy, balanced diet is linked to better brain health, and better mental wellbeing, new research suggests.
Lack of Government oversight has left student finance system open to fraud – MPs
A lack of Government oversight of franchised higher education providers has left the student loan system open to fraud and abuse, MPs have warned.
Deepfakes a major concern for general election, say IT professionals
More than half of IT professionals have said they fear deepfakes generated by artificial intelligence (AI) could affect the result of the general election, according to new research.
Videos of science practicals replacing interactive work in schools – report
Pupils have less access to interactive science practicals as video demonstrations are being used instead, a report has suggested.
Employment rates rose for almost all groups of people post-Covid-19, study shows
Employment rates rose for almost all groups of people post-pandemic, while unemployment and labour market inactivity generally fell, new findings show.
Cost-of-living crisis still hitting students, research suggests
The cost-of-living crisis is still affecting students as employers report a surge in graduates and apprentices quitting over dissatisfaction with pay, according to a new report.
Charities warn Bill to ban no-fault evictions ‘will fail’ if amendments backed
The Labour Party and campaigners have warned reforms aimed at ending “no-fault” evictions will fail as the Government has bowed to pressure from Tory backbenchers to delay implementation.
‘Bug splat’ survey shows 78% decline in flying insects in two decades
A project asking people to count squashed bugs on their car number plates suggests flying insects have declined by nearly four-fifths in 20 years.
Questions unanswered about UK arms exports to Israel, Alicia Kearns says
Questions remain unanswered about the UK supplying arms to Israel amid concerns about its compliance with international law, Alicia Kearns has said.
Expansion of funded childcare could ‘jeopardise’ quality of provision – watchdog
The Government’s expansion of funded childcare for working parents in England could affect the quality of provision or places for young children, Whitehall’s spending watchdog has said.
Gardening and moderate physical activities ‘may cut depression risk by 23%’
Moderate physical activities such as gardening, golf and walking are associated with a lower risk of depression, according to research.
Deadline day to apply for emergency photo ID for May 2 elections
Anyone without the correct form of photo ID to take part in next week’s local, mayoral and police commissioner elections has only a few hours left to apply for a special certificate.